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Step back in time as you bring your family & friends to The Historic Crystal Key Inn.
This Historic 1900 retreat sits on an acre w/ tulips & daffodils.
Come explore, experience & enjoy history in your own personalized B&B.
This magnificent 6 Bedroom / 8 Bathroom home is big enough for family reunions yet intimate enough to explore amazing historic rooms.
A commercial kitchen awaits you to prepare family meals or enjoy nearby town Restaurants.
Breakfast vouchers provided. WELCOME HOME!!

The Crystal Key Inn is 120 years old but in many ways is only 20 years young !!
How is this possible ?
In 1997, the entire Crystal Key Inn was raised / lifted / & moved across Newman Grove.
Prior to settling @ its new home @ the edge of town, the Old Crystal Key Inn got an incredible upgrade / remodel like no other:
- New Electrical Wiring
-New Plumbing ( Fire Sprinkles Included )
-New Heating & Cooling
-New Windows
-New Completely Finished Basement
-New Added on Master Bed & Bath
This is one of the only B & B's in the entire United States has actually been moved & remodeled so extensively while preserving it's wonderful history but now giving it new bones & muscle for a glorious future!!
Travel back in time to experience The Amazing Newman Grove Historic Crystal Key Inn !!

The Crystal Key Inn is located at the edge of the Newman Grove town limits yet is only 400 yards from the wonderful downtown area.
With restaurants, a bar, bowling alley, grocery store & many other fun storefronts, you will always find something to do in this friendly / welcoming small town.

What a great place! So pretty and spacious. There was plenty of room for our group of 10--space for the grown-ups to talk while the kids hung out in the basement, and also common spaces we all used together. The town of Newman Grove is quiet, with friendly locals. A great locale for a vacation away from the hustle and bustle. We would definitely book the Crystal Key Inn again!

Sara2017-09-04T00:00:00Z

Sometimes life's greatest memories are made off the beaten path. It's really difficult to capture in words how incredible the Crystal Key Inn is. The attention to detail is amazing. You will be taken back in time to a golden era of American architecture and history. Darren has worked really hard to make this place an unbelievably enjoyable stay. It is absolutely worth the trip off the beaten path to Newman Grove. You won't regret it-- I promise.

Benjamin2017-08-16T00:00:00Z

We had a big family group (14 of us covering 3 generations) who stayed at the Historic Crystal Key Inn on August 20th and 21st. We travelled to Nebraska for the eclipse (which was extraordinary!). We couldn't have been happier with the remarkable home we were invited into! The inn is clean and lovely, yet filled with period pieces that make the Victorian character of this beautiful building really come alive. We felt like we'd stepped into another era. When we arrived, Tom, who lives next door, greeted us and gave us an informative and thorough tour of each part of the Inn. He was welcoming and extremely helpful. We were able to cook and share our meals in the big kitchen and dining room. Newman Grove is a great small town; we enjoyed an evening walk. We wish we'd have had more time just to hang out at the house. It was so lovely just to be there, exploring its nooks and crannies, its many charming spots to sit and chat. Thanks for a memorable stay, Darren! We're already trying to find ways to come back again!

Leigh2017-08-22T00:00:00Z

Immaculately kept, excellent communications, and on the spot support through Tom next door.

Michael2017-09-15T00:00:00Z

The Crystal Key Inn was a lifesaver for our family. We needed lodging for a funeral in the area and there was no room at any local hotels. The house is spacious and great for large groups. We wish we could have enjoyed it more while we were there!

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Country View and desirable NW area. 3 bedroom 3 bath 2 car garage! Full finished basement with two bonus room. Fireplace in living room and wood stove in basement. If you desire more bedrooms, this home could provide 5 bedrooms!! Gazebo, and huge private deck for entertaining at it's best! Large fenced back yard plus nice storage shed. Bel-Air school district.

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Enjoy all the comforts of home while staying at our newly constructed barn. This spacious guesthouse is the perfect place to slow down and get away from it all. Sleeps 2-6. Includes full kitchen, exercise room, and miles of country roads to explore.

Our space is unusual in that it is so quiet and peaceful. It is a perfect place for a personal retreat or a quiet get away from the city.

Shelley and Bob where amazing! They had everything set up and ready for us. The property was clean and beautiful. We throughly enjoyed our stay and would highly recommend anyone stay here.

Kimberly2016-06-20T00:00:00Z

This place is like home away from home. From the moment you arrive you feel very comfortable and at ease, and then you meet Shelley and Bob, and it only gets better. The place is beautiful both inside and out! Everything you need for a relaxing stay is included, Shelly even provided water , bagels, tea and coffee! Sleeping accommodations were amazing as well! If your in the area or plan to be please check in at the Noonan Farm!

Mary2016-07-04T00:00:00Z

Shelley and Bob welcomed my family and I personally, had their property beautifully cleaned and ready for our use. I would say that this place is beyond Farm Chic, it is so wonderfully decorated and put together. They had some food and beverages in the fridge, and coffee for the next morning! We truly felt like we had great access to their beautiful property, patio and kindness. I would highly recommend them as a great getaway for families, friends or individuals. Thanks again, Shelley and Bob! ~the Caffrey's

Regina2016-09-11T00:00:00Z

Shelly & Bob's farm was a wonderful escape to a quiet, rural setting. They made us feel welcome and were helpful in exploring the area. We enjoyed the apartment and it served our needs beautifully. They've done a great job creating a unique AirBnB experience for those willing to venture off the beaten path and try something different. Well worth the effort. If your travelling near their area give it a try. You won't be sorry.

John2017-08-22T00:00:00Z

Absolutely perfect! THE best hosts. A quiet, lovely getaway. We will certainly book here again!

Tifany2016-07-24T00:00:00Z

We were headed out to Nebraska for a 90th birthday celebration and were battling whether to stay on the family farms in Lindsey or get a hotel so we had our own space. Airbnb and The Noble Barn House was brought to my attention. I immediately called to see if it was available and THANK GOD it was! This was so AWESOME because we were able to be close to Lindsay and all the family, have our own space, but also have the "staying on the farm" experience. During the booking process I met Shelley, who was an ANGEL right from the start. Once we arrived Shelley was readily available to us and made sure we had everything we needed. The minute their was an opportunity Bob came over to introduce himself and the same of Shelley. They could not have been any nicer. Since we are from California and don't have the beautiful farming landscape where we are at, I thought it would be great to take family portraits while we were staying out at their farm. So I proceeded to find a photographer in town, Pfeifer Photography, to come out and take our photos. Bob and Shelley not only gave their blessing and thought it was a great idea but they also let us use whatever we needed on the property for props. Furthermore, they checked in on us throughout our stay and also gave us our space. They left bikes for us to ride and also had the grill as well as, the fire pit ready to go for us to enjoy. They could not have been anymore gracious and generous. We were thrilled to find their place on Airbnb and are even more excited to return. Thank you for all the goodies you left, for the beautiful home you shared with us and for helping to make unforgettable memories for years to come. God's Blessings on you Always! Michael, April, Joshua, and Jordyn AKA: FAB FOUR

April 2016-08-04T00:00:00Z

The hosts stocked refrigerator-bagels, cream cheese, juice and water. They recommended "unique exploring" locations. The barn was notable and unparalleled.

merrily2016-10-17T00:00:00Z

This was a cozy place for my son and his family. They needed a nice place to relax as a family while visiting over Thanksgiving. It was hard to relax, not because of the location, just the other family obligations. Saturday they were able to really enjoy this quaint little spot. Thank you.

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This walk-in basement rental had a whirlwind of renovations including new flooring and paint throughout in August of 2015.

My wife and I are empty nesters who raised 7 children in our large home in the country. We now have a lot of empty space on a beautiful acreage in rural Nebraska.
The living space is the walk-in basement of our home which has a small kitchen and a bathroom with a shower. There are two bedrooms with queen size beds and the living room area has a couch with a fold-out queen size bed.
The property is located on our family farm which has been used as an outdoor portrait photography studio for years. There is a pond with ducks, prairies, trees, paths, lots of room to run, hammocks, docks, etc. Guests are also welcome to use the large deck for relaxing, grilling, and outdoor dining. If needed, there is a washer and dryer available upon request. Also, on special request, there is a large exercise room available.
Most times, my wife and I are there and available if any questions or problems may arise.
It's away from everything. We are literally in the middle of a cornfield. There are small towns in the area which have small town grocery stores, gas stations, and activities.
There is no public transportation.
This property is located at our home in Rural Nebraska. We are 6 miles from the small town of Monroe and 20 miles from the City of Columbus, NE. Full access to the grounds which are very much like a park. There is a pond, prairies, trees, etc. It has been used as a portrait studio for 20 years. There is also a large deck and smoker grill available for use.

This location is very much Nebraska rural. We are located 3 miles from the nearest paved road. The nearest stop light is about 18 miles away. Our property is about 10 acres of grass, trees, a pond, a house, as well as other buildings, in the middle of the Nebraska cornbelt. There are corn fields, soybean fields, center pivots, farm equipment, gravel roads, and agricultural activity everywhere around here. Activities change as the seasons change. When you meet someone on the gravel road to our home, they will wave. It's customary to wave back. That's just the way we are here. Most everyone is friendly and always willing to help anyone in need. If you are from a city, you will appreciate the sunsets and the night-time sky. The quiet might be hard to get used to.

We sadly only stayed two nights here, and felt very sad to leave! Such an amazing place surrounded by beautiful corn fields and gardens. The apartment actually looks better than in the photos and is the perfect place to relax for a few days. We particularly loved meeting all the cats and kittens on the property! Marv and Kim were amazing and made sure we had everything we needed and more - including a lot of lovely food they left for us! Much appreciated :) would love to come back if we are in the area again some day!

Emma2017-07-29T00:00:00Z

Marv and Kim were wonderful hosts and have one of the most stunning properties. Their home is quite clean and feels much like home. We arrived to fresh flowers on the table, and many little goodies and extras. My wife enjoyed making friends with the cats and kittens, and we all loved sitting by the pond and watching the ducklings. If you are looking for a relaxing, quiet getaway, look no further. We would recommend their place in a heartbeat. If we are ever back in Nebraska, they will be our #1 choice!

James2017-08-22T00:00:00Z

This was a wonderful place to spend Memorial Weekend! My mom, best friend, and I loved the beautiful grounds and walking paths. This is definitely an animal lovers paradise, as they have multiple friendly cats and dogs roaming the grounds, along with adorable baby kittens! Marv and Kim are very nice and accommodating people that maintain a beautiful living space. They even had orange juice, milk, bacon, etc to eat for breakfast. The inside is clean and very well decorated. Full kitchen. Netflix capabilities on the TV worked great. The pond and dock area are very relaxing. Hearing the frogs at night was a nice touch. Secluded and out in the middle of a cornfield, you definitely feel the calming effects of the countryside. The grill worked great and we had burgers and hot dogs all weekend. Wonderful patio furniture and deck. Exploring the property was so fun! We look forward to coming back sometime.

Ali2017-05-29T00:00:00Z

We wanted a secluded, country setting for a girlfriend getaway and thoroughly enjoyed our stay. We had planned to cook our meals and were pleasantly surprised at the cooking supplies available. There were also a few food items to get us started--bread, eggs, fruit, etc. The hosts were very accommodating and wanted us to feel comfortable and enjoy our stay but honored our privacy as well. The apartment had recently been renovated and I encouraged the hosts to put the updated photos on the site! The furnishings were nice and the beds comfortable. We did a movie marathon and the equipment worked well. The grounds were beautiful and we enjoyed walking the property. One of our guests could not walk and the hosts let us use their utility vehicle to ride the grounds so she could enjoy the grounds, too. Thanks Marv and Kim for providing a fun "getaway" spot! We all agreed that it would be fun to return for another experience! The Getaway Gals!

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The house was built within the last 10 years. Located on the corner of two quiet streets.

I have excellent neighbors in a quiet neighborhood.

It was a very comfortable, quiet, and clean space. Communication was timely and clear. I will stay here again. Highly recommended.

Kevin2017-07-10T00:00:00Z

Nice location with easy access for getting around. Ken is a great host and easy to get a hold of when needed.

Darlene2017-05-05T00:00:00Z

Very easy to work with. Highly recommend

Jm2017-02-09T00:00:00Z

Ken and Lelice were very helpful and communication was instant. I had some self inflicted key issues and they went above and beyond to assist me.

Stephanie2017-07-14T00:00:00Z

They were great hosts!

BILL2017-06-30T00:00:00Z

Would always come back. Easy and spacious.

David2017-05-24T00:00:00Z

Good communication. House and accomodations were as advertised. Easy in and out. Very pleasant stay. Would recommend for an inexpensive but very suitable place to lie your head during a stay in Norfolk.

Scott2017-03-24T00:00:00Z

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This house is a new build within 10 years. It is fairly open design with a large kitchen - living room combination. Two nice rooms with queen beds. Easily sleeps 4 with room for air mattresses for more. A crib is also available if needed.

Ken was there and ready with all smiles when the dogs and I arrived for our stay - was super friendly and available if I needed anything. Felt like an old friend from the start :)

Sarah2016-10-01T00:00:00Z

We enjoyed our visit to Ken's home and appreciated the several personal amenities that he provided. The neighborhood was as he described and we felt very safe and "at home."

Don2016-10-04T00:00:00Z

Very good communication, quiet neighborhood and easy access to where I work.

Darlene2017-06-14T00:00:00Z

The house was great. Ken was great had the house ready for our arrive, he worked around our schedule.

Esther2016-09-24T00:00:00Z

Easy communication and access to home as described!

Barbara2017-08-24T00:00:00Z

Ken was a great host. This was the first time we used AirBnB and it was perfect. We were a bit later than we expected but he saw us coming down the road and greeted us at the door. We felt very much at home. I would highly recommend Ken's listing to anyone needing a place to stay in Norfolk.